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Fort Morgan Library & Museum's next installment of the monthly Brown Bag Lunch program will be about changes in journalism over the years.

The program, which is set for noon Tuesday, June 9, in the Howard Rollin Memorial Community Room, will feature Fort Morgan Times reporter Jenni Grubbs speaking about the prodigious developments in reporting over the last century. Even in the last 10 years alone, there have been numerous changes to how reporters do their jobs, she said. The Brown Bag is free and open to the general public.

Congressional candidate at Morgan County Democrats meeting Tuesday

The Morgan County Democrats Central Committee will host Karen McCormick, candidate for U.S. Congress, at the monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 9, at 329 Ensign St. in Fort Morgan.

McCormick will be there to speak with people both before and after the central committee meeting, and she will answer questions and speak on issues.

Participants will paint "Magic of Coffee" on a 14-inch-by-9-inch canvas. Cost is $22 per person, which includes light refreshments. Info: 970-380-7817 or theartspot9.com.

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EMCH Blood Drive set for Friday

East Morgan County Hospital will hold a Blood Drive on Friday, Jan. 12, with appointments available from 9 to 10:10 a.m. and from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. that day.

The Blood Drive will happen in the EMCH Conference Room. To schedule a donation appointment, call Brenda Swopes at 970-842-6257 or email Brenda.Swopes@BannerHealth.com. All donors will receive a voucher for a free pint of beer or soda at any Craftworks Restaurant.

Nuggets Skills Challenge set for Saturday

The Fort Morgan Recreation Department will host the Nuggets Skills Challenge starting at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 13, at the Armory Recreation Center. It will offer boys and girls a chance to show off their basketball skills.

All kids between the ages of 6 and 13 are welcome. Kids will be tested in three categories of shooting, passing, and dribbling. Winners of each age group will get to move on to sectionals and possibly qualify for the state competition. Kids need to wear appropriate gym clothes and shoes. All equipment will be provided by the Rec Department. Info: Stop by the Rec Center or call 970-542-3921.

Come enjoy a night of fellowship and food. Bring your best pot of red or green chili or chicken noodle soup to be entered into the cook-off. Prizes will be awarded to the top three in each category. You may also contribute a pie, cheesecake, or your best dessert to be auctioned off. During the pie auction, there also will be an auction of the youth to do service work for the highest bidder. All funds raised will help the youth group reach their goal to get to a National Youth Gathering in July 2019.

Participants will paint "Let Your Light Shine" with adorable penguins on a 14-inch-by-9-inch canvas. Cost is $22 per person, which includes light refreshments. Info: 970-380-7817 or theartspot9.com.

Beaded bracelet jewelry-making class set for Jan. 16

East Morgan County Library will host an adults-only beaded bracelet making class at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16, at the library in Brush.

Registration is required for this class. Call 970-842-4596 or sign up at the library's main desk.

Blue Horizons middle school writing seminar set for Jan. 17

Blue Horizons, Inc. will hold its annual writing seminar for Morgan County middle school students on Wednesday, Jan. 17, at Morgan Community College in the Founders Room.

The seminar runs from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Author Melanie Crowder will be the keynote speaker. She has written five books for young adult readers and is a former teacher. Also on the schedule are a welcome by Blue Horizons President Don Dillehay, a creative writing exercise from Wayne Carlson, door prizes and small group writing and sharing.

EMCH presenting Daisy and Monarch Awards Jan. 18

East Morgan County Hospital will hold a reception at 3 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 18, to recognize the hospital's Daisy and Monarch Award winners.

It will be held in the Old Lobby Area at the hospital in Brush. The awards are a testament to the outstanding and compassionate care provided at EMCH, and the reception is a chance to celebrate with the award winners for their contribution and dedication to patients and positive work environment. Cake will be provided.

Participants will paint on an 14-inch-by-9-inch canvas. Cost is $22 per person, which includes light refreshments. Info: 970-380-7817 or theartspot9.com.

Regional Spelling Bee set for Jan. 23

The Regional Spelling Bee will be held Tuesday, Jan. 23, at the Morgan County Fairgrounds in Brush.

The competition gets started at 8 a.m. The top 25 spellers will be invited to the oral portion of the bee, which will begin at noon. The top 14 from the oral portion will qualify for the Colorado State Spelling Bee on March 10.

Brush Chamber's Main Street Banquet set for March 23

The Brush Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual 'Main Street' Banquet at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 23, at the Carroll Building, 418 Edison St., in Brush. Info: Brush Chamber at 970-842-2666.

Adult Show & Tell set for Jan. 23

Adults will have an opportunity to bring and show an item that has significance to them during the "Adult Show & Tell" program at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 23, in the Howard Rollin Memorial Community Room at Fort Morgan Library & Museum.

Participants will paint "Pink Cow" on a 12-inch-by-12-inch canvas. Cost is $22 per person, which includes light refreshments. Info: 970-380-7817 or theartspot9.com.

Fort Morgan Community Hospital Association annual meeting Jan. 23

The Fort Morgan Community Hospital Association will hold its annual meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 23, at Colorado Plains Medical Center in the training room.

There will be reports presented by the CEO

Family Movie Night set for Jan. 25

Fort Morgan Library & Museum will host its next Family Movie Night at 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 25, in the Howard Rollin Memorial Community Room. A family-friendly movie will be shown, and people can come watch for free.

Participants will paint "Enchanted Rose" on an 14-inch-by-9-inch canvas. Cost is $22 per person, which includes light refreshments. Info: 970-380-7817 or theartspot9.com.

Art, Literature and Hot Cocoa set for Jan. 27

The Art Spot will offer a session of Art, Literature and Hot Cocoa from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Jan. 27, at 109 W. Kiowa Ave., in Fort Morgan.

Participants will listen to a story, "If I Knew a Polar Bear," paint a 9-inch-by-12-inch picture of "Polar Bear" and enjoy hot cocoa and cupcakes. It's open to kids and adults. Cost is $18 per person. Info: 970-380-7817 or theartspot9.com.

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